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The movement of Bitcoin relative to the local currency has become a revealing signal for South Africa’s evolving digital economy. For many households and small businesses, watching the BTC to ZAR exchange rate can now also be a means through which they can measure financial pressures and opportunities. In South Africa, a change is also emerging in […]
Systems like OpenAI’s GPT-5 are accelerating research in math, biology and chemistry. But there is a debate over whether it can do that work on its own.
If SpaceX, OpenAI and Anthropic go public, they will unleash gushers of cash for Silicon Valley and Wall Street.
Decoded genome of meat in pup’s stomach helps scientists build picture of what caused extinction of species
Researchers have shed light on the final centuries of the woolly rhinoceros after studying a hairy lump of meat from the stomach of an ancient wolf cub that became mummified in the Siberian permafrost.
The beautifully preserved remains of a two-month-old female wolf cub were discovered in...
As post-quantum transition expectations accelerate, many enterprises still lack a clear answer to a critical question: which systems create the greatest long-term exposure when today’s encryption approaches reach the end of their usable life. Qryptonic LLC today announced the launch of Q-Scout 26, an enterprise assessment platform designed to autonomously inventory cryptographic usage and...
The use of the AI tool to digitally undress women has sparked a backlash as well as intervention from the government and regulator.
Fewer learners studying mathematics at school level threatens South Africa’s economic competitiveness.
Research finds no evidence heavier social media use or more gaming increases symptoms of anxiety or depression
Screen time spent gaming or on social media does not cause mental health problems in teenagers, according to a large-scale study.
With ministers in the UK considering whether to follow Australia’s example by banning social media use for under-16s, the findings challenge concerns that...
Buy now, pay later gives customers flexibility, but light regulatory oversight may ensure safe, responsible financial access.
Women’s groups, tech watchdogs and progressive activists are calling on Google and Apple to remove the apps.
Investment is pouring into renewable energy, but grid expansion will determine whether momentum can be sustained.
Global home appliance leader Haier confirms the official launch of its appliance and product range in South Africa, to deliver a premium range of smart, energy-efficient home appliances to local households. As electricity costs continue to increase, with the threat of load shedding ever present, and water scarcity rising as a serious concern, Haier offers […]
Mr Price Foundation is calling on young women interested in entrepreneurship in the coffee industry to apply for an exciting business opportunity through its Foundation Coffee Incubator initiative. The programme offers selected candidates the chance to manage and operate café kiosks within Mr Price Home stores, gaining practical business experience, entrepreneurial skills, and real-world...
CambriLearn argues the matric pass rate hides a deeper crisis in learner retention and real educational outcomes.
Ugandan authorities have cut internet access and limited mobile services ahead of crucial elections.
This week is seeing varied performance across meme coins, with some stabilizing while others enter bearish territory. The Pepe price today hovers around $0.0000060, suggesting near-term bullish momentum, though long-term selling pressure remains. Meanwhile, the Shiba Inu price has experienced a sharp pullback, wiping out much of its recent on-chain profitability. Fewer profitable holders and […]
Safety researchers warn touchscreen-heavy dashboards increase distraction, reaction times and crash risk for drivers globally.
Speculation about BTC adoption is back in the headlines as precious metals surge, and the market remains highly volatile. According to Jan3 founder Samson Mow, high-profile corporate buyers like Elon Musk could enter the market in late 2026. But many investors are no longer waiting for that narrative to play out. Instead, whales have been […]
Society should only eject fellows for fraud or other defects in their research, says Paul Nurse
The president of the Royal Society has reignited a row over Elon Musk’s association with the body by arguing that fellows should only be ejected for fraud or other defects in their research.
In an interview with the Guardian, Paul Nurse defended the academy’s decision not to take action against...
Taiwanese prosecutors have issued an arrest warrant for the CEO of Chinese smartphone maker OnePlus.
The rapid growth of cryptocurrency markets has heightened public interest in how digital financial activity is reviewed, analyzed, and understood. As crypto trading platforms process increasing volumes of transactions across decentralized networks, questions around transparency, accountability, and investigative clarity have become more prominent. This public awareness update is issued to...